Field Forklift Mechanic/Service Technician

Crown Equipment Pty Ltd - Australia; Gosford; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts and cashback from retailers

Health and wellbeing platform

Corporate rates for health insurance

Inclusive working environment

Employee Assistance Program

Career progression opportunities

Industry-leading training

Job summary

A leading forklift service provider in Australia seeks a Field Forklift Mechanic/Service Technician to service and maintain material handling equipment. The role is full-time, field-based, with opportunities for overtime and ongoing training. Ideal candidates should be mechanically minded and focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences. Apply now to join a supportive team and engage in a rewarding career.

Qualifications

• Must be mechanically minded with a focus on customer experience.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies in the field.
• Ability to manage inventory effectively.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair material handling equipment.
• Utilize mobile technology to manage work schedule.
• Maintain records of service performed.
• Complete routine maintenance and service work – reactive and planned.
• Accurately maintain service records of work performed.

Skills

Mechanically Minded

Customer Focus

Technical Knowledge

Job description

Field Forklift Mechanic/Service Technician

Be among the first 25 applicants.

• Looking for Mechanically Minded Individuals
• Full Time Field Based Role
• Overtime additional earnings

What you will do

• Servicing and repair of material handling equipment in a dedicated territory and customer base - Help Crown build positive customer experiences
• Utilize latest field-based mobile technology to manage your daily work schedule
• Maintain inventory on your company allocated service van & customer sites to deliver a professional level of service
• Gain experience in dealing with Australia’s top tiered customer base
• Join the leading forklift service business in Australia – the largest forklift service provider in Australia
• Complete an initial 8‑week onboarding and industry‑leading training program
• Perform routine maintenance and complete service work – reactive and planned
• Accurately maintain important service records of work performed

Why Crown Equipment?

• Join one of the biggest and still family‑owned forklift brands in the world and receive one of the industry’s best rates of pay for service technicians
• Transition from other industry sectors such as electrical or building – our training helps you move into the material handling industry
• Industry‑leading induction period for complete preparation
• Uniforms, jackets, hats, beanies and PPE are all supplied
• Fully equipped service vans or weekly tool allowances provided
• Full‑time role with regularly available overtime
• Earn additional money with industry‑leading incentive programs
• Safety Recognition Program for safe work practices
• Opportunities to advance into management, other internal roles or engineering
• Specialised ongoing training from industry‑leading professionals

Typical Crown Technician Tasks and Duties

• Conduct customer‑focused scheduled and “breakdown” services
• Assist in preparing field‑based quotes for customers through job completion
• Record notes and file service records appropriately – contribute to high‑level customer service
• Access industry‑leading training and development; progression opportunities including training less experienced technicians
• Maintain up‑to‑date technical knowledge, including emerging technologies in automation and telematics
• Stay informed of industry trends, new products and services
• Partner with the Company to maximise additional sales and service across a dedicated customer base

How You Can Apply

Submit your Resume with details about your work experience and qualifications via the “Apply Now” button.

Benefits

• A benefits program giving access to discounts and cashback from 400+ retailers nationwide
• Access to a health and wellbeing platform supporting mental, physical and financial goals
• Corporate rates for private health insurance
• An inclusive working environment
• An Employee Assistance Program for confidential counselling (chat, phone, face‑to‑face)

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other